Some yet-to-be-identified gunmen on Sunday, stormed the residence of former staff member of Ogun State Television (OGTV), Mrs Kitan Oyesiku, popularly known as “Aunty Kitan,” and murdered her in cold blood.
It was gathered that the assailants invaded her home in the Kobape area of Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital, in the early hours of Sunday.
The late Oyesiku was well known in media circles, having served with Ogun State Television (OGTV) before her retirement.
The body of her security guard was discovered within the security post, while the body of Oyesiku was found inside her apartment.
Confirming the incident, the Police Public Relations Officer in Ogun state, DSP Oluseyi Babaseyi said, upon the information, detectives were immediately deployed to the scene, where preliminary assessment revealed signs of forced entry and disturbance.
Babaseyi noted that her vehicle was also discovered missing.
He called for calm and assured members of the public that an investigation has commenced to unravel all the circumstances surrounding their death.
He said, “The incident was reported at Owode Egba Division on Sunday, June 21, 2026, by a resident of Iyana Agodo Village, who raised alarm over suspicious activities at the residence.
“The Ogun State Police Command has commenced a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths of renowned broadcaster and retired Ogun State Television (OGTV) personality, Kitan Oyesiku, and her security guard.
“Police detectives were immediately deployed to the scene, where preliminary assessment revealed signs of forced entry and disturbance.
“During a thorough search of the premises, the corpse of the security guard was discovered within the security post, while the body of Oyesiku was later found inside her apartment. The victim’s vehicle was also observed missing from the premises.”
“The Commissioner of Police, Ogun State Command, CP Bode Ojajuni, has ordered a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. An intensive investigation is ongoing to unravel the facts, track down, and apprehend the perpetrators of this heinous act, while ensuring that all those involved are brought to justice.
“Surveillance and intelligence-led operations have been expanded across relevant locations as part of ongoing proactive measures.”
Meanwhile, the Command commiserated with the family of the deceased, the Ogun State Television (OGTV) family, the media community, and all those affected by the tragic loss, assuring that no effort will be spared in ensuring that justice is served.
The command also urged residents to remain calm, vigilant, and to provide any useful information that may assist the ongoing investigation.
